Fresno Yosemite International Airport Parking Structure Elevating the arrival experience

Enhancing convenience, security, and the passenger experience

Framing the terminal and drop-off zone, the FAT parking structure creates a seamless, efficient entry experience while helping to establish the airport as a contemporary transportation hub. The open ground floor connects to the surrounding landscape, enhancing walkability, safety, and sense of place. Above, a dynamic north façade features vertical metal fins of varying widths, forming a gossamer screen that enhances visibility, security, and runway views. Fresno artist Caleb Duarte’s striking four-story mural, You Have Arrived, adorns the elevator shaft, complementing the terminal’s cartographic façade.

Wayfinding is intuitive, with each floor color-coded and the elevator shaft serving as a navigational landmark to orient visitors to the terminal. An Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) directs motorists to available spaces and provides vital data on parking utilization, reducing stress for travelers and increasing operational efficiency.

Delivered as a Design-Build project by Overaa Construction and WRNS Studio, the process minimized construction impacts, keeping the airport fully operational throughout. Designed for Net Zero Energy, it supports a future rooftop photovoltaic array and allows for phased expansion toward the new terminal. This innovative parking structure is a cornerstone of FAT’s forward-thinking infrastructure improvements.